Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) host Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 26 of IPL 2026 on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, starting at 3:30 PM IST. This is an afternoon fixture, so dew will be less of a factor compared to evening games.
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M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
18 April 2026 03:30 PM
For your Dream11 team, KL Rahul is the safest captain pick given his consistency behind the stumps and strong record at Chinnaswamy, while Virat Kohli (1,081 runs vs DC, the most by any batter in this rivalry) works perfectly as vice-captain.
RCB vs DC Match Details
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | RCB vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 26 |
| Date | Saturday, April 18, 2026 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST (Afternoon Match) |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| RCB Captain | Rajat Patidar |
| DC Captain | Axar Patel |
| Head-to-Head | RCB leads 20-12 in 33 matches (1 NR) |
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for RCB vs DC IPL 2026 Match 26
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RCB vs DC Match 26 Weather Reports
| Weather Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Daytime High | 36°C |
| Match-Time Temp | 33-35°C (afternoon heat) |
| Humidity | 25-35% |
| Wind Speed | 8-12 km/h |
| Rain Probability | < 5% |
| Sky Condition | Clear and Sunny |
| Dew Factor | Low (afternoon match; dew not a major factor) |
| Match Interruption Risk | Very Low |
Pitch Report for M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
| Pitch Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting Paradise (smallest ground in IPL) |
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL) | 199 runs (highest average among IPL venues) |
| Boundary Length | Short boundaries all around (~65m); fast outfield |
| 200+ Totals | Extremely frequent; RCB posted 250/3 vs CSK and 240/4 vs MI this season |
| Toss Decision | Bat first preferred (afternoon match; less dew advantage for chasing side) |
| Pace Assist | Ball comes nicely onto the bat; bounce is true |
| Spin Assist | Minimal; spinners get punished on this surface |
| Dew Effect | Minimal in afternoon; match should end before heavy dew sets in |
Injury Updates
Mitchell Starc (DC): Ruled out until April 20. DC continue relying on Lungi Ngidi and Mukesh Kumar for pace.
Josh Hazlewood (RCB): Returned successfully against LSG. His 9 wickets in the RCB vs LSG rivalry show his value, and he should be fully fit for this one.
Sameer Rizvi (DC): No injury concerns. The in-form batter has been DC’s standout performer with 160+ runs this season, including 3 consecutive IPL fifties.
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 33 |
| RCB Wins | 19 |
| DC Wins | 12 |
| No Result | 1 (in 2015) |
| Highest Score (RCB) | 215/1 (in 2012) |
| Highest Score (DC) | 196/4 (in 2020) |
| Lowest Score (RCB) | 99 |
| Lowest Score (DC) | 95/10 (in 2015) |
In 33 IPL meetings, RCB hold a commanding 20-12 lead over DC (1 No Result). At Chinnaswamy specifically, RCB have won 7 out of 12 matches against DC.
Since IPL 2021, RCB have won 6 out of 8 meetings against DC. The defending champions clearly have the psychological edge in this rivalry.
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Key Players to Watch in RCB vs DC, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Role | Key Insights & Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | RCB | Batter | The undisputed king of this rivalry with 1,081 runs vs DC (highest by any batter against a single opponent in this fixture). Chinnaswamy is his fortress. |
| Phil Salt | RCB | WK-Batter | Explosive opener who thrives on Chinnaswamy’s short boundaries. Provides RCB with blistering powerplay starts and is a genuine six-hitting machine. |
| Sameer Rizvi | DC | Batter | DC’s in-form powerhouse with 160+ runs and 3 consecutive IPL half-centuries. His ability to dominate both pace and spin makes him a must-pick. |
| KL Rahul | DC | WK-Batter | Experienced keeper-batter with a calm temperament. Has multiple IPL fifties at Chinnaswamy and provides DC’s innings with structure and stability. |
| Josh Hazlewood | RCB | Bowler | Returned from rest against LSG. His nagging length and consistent accuracy make him the most economical overseas fast bowler in RCB’s attack. |
| Kuldeep Yadav | DC | Bowler | Chinaman spinner who can be tricky even on flat surfaces. His googlies and top-spinners have troubled RCB’s middle order in previous seasons. |
